Type of Organization

Fire/Rescue Department - Paid

Job Function

Captain

Years in Fire/EMS:

29

Primary Fire/EMS Department:

Arlington County, VA Fire Dept.

Years With Department/Agency

27

Dept. Web Site:

http://acfd3.com

Other Past or Current Departments and Organizations

Life Member of Clarendon Vol. FD in Arlington, VA

My Training:

I've got the all of the typical training and certs that go along with 29 years in the fire service. It's boring.

About Me:

I have been a Fireman (Captain II) with the Arlington, VA Fire Department since 1984 and still look forward to going to work everyday. Not many people can say that about their jobs!. The best part of being a fireman is hanging out around the kitchen table with your buddies telling war stories, bitching about everything and joking with each other relentlessly. It's a great time and you can't beat it!

I enjoy classic cars and trucks, especially Mustangs and antique trucks. I own a 1967 Ford fire truck and a 1967 Mustang.
I enjoy going to the movies, watching TV in bed, reading the many magazines I subscribe to, surfing the internet, riding my bike, restoring my 1967 Mustang, hanging out with friends, going out to eat, meeting new people and spending time with my sons. I enjoy throwing back a few Miller Lites although I am not into the "bar scene." I do enjoy going out with friends and have a good time and just hanging out in general.

Relationship Status:

Single

Facebook or Other Online Profile:

http://myspace.com/rhiggi

Why I Joined Fire/EMS

The fire service has been a family tradition, uninterupted, since 1898. It spans five generations. It started with my Great Grandfather in Atlantic City and has included my Grandfather, Father, Uncle, Brother and my sons. Besides, is there anything else?

Why I Love Fire/EMS

Is there anything else????

Top Issues Facing Responders:

Politicians, Pay and benefits, adequate staffing levels, adequate training, promoting unqualified people to supervisory roles, retention of EMS folks.........